ECI to Update Voter Lists in Six States and Two UTs

Election Commission of India on Thursday, Nov 5 2026, announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls covering Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Mizoram, Odisha and Sikkim. The revision aims to enrol eligible voters, especially young and first‑time electors, and to accept advance applications from those who will turn 18 on April 1, July 1 or October 1 2027. Draft rolls will be released on Nov 30 2026, with the final rolls scheduled for publication on Jan 21 2027. The Commission has instructed the chief secretaries of the six states and two union territories to provide sufficient staff and resources for the exercise. ## Context The special summary revision is a periodic update meant to keep voter lists current between full censuses, helping ensure that new voters can participate in upcoming elections.